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The Problem With Relying on ‘Wirecutter’ Reviews

Trying to buy the best of everything is actually the worst

Photo: Tayler Smith. Prop Styling: Caroline Dorn.

When I’m making major purchases, my obsession with buying the very best product can be… the worst. I’ll research bizarre specifications (like the types of backlighting for 4K TVs) for hours, read reviews, and ensure I’ve exhausted all available…